Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
seychellensis
ID:
765484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bojer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Mauritius : 368 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764817



Common Names

  • Curculigo Seychellensis
  • Curculigo Scorzonerifolia
  • Curculigo Sinensis


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Description

Curculigo seychellensis (also called Black-grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Curculigo seychellensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Curculigo seychellensis has small, yellow flowers with 6 petals and a yellow centre. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Curculigo seychellensis is a small, evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Seychelles islands and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by division or seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in early spring. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Germination usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Curculigo seychellensis

Curculigo seychellensis is native to the Seychelles Islands.

Curculigo seychellensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Curculigo seychellensis?

Curculigo seychellensis

What is the natural habitat of Curculigo seychellensis?

It is native to the Seychelles.

What are the medicinal uses of Curculigo seychellensis?

It is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.

Species in the Hypoxidaceae family

Curculigo annamitica, Curculigo breviscapa, Curculigo capitulata, Curculigo conoc, Curculigo disticha, Curculigo ensifolia, Curculigo erecta, Curculigo gracilis, Curculigo latifolia, Curculigo oligantha, Curculigo orchioides, Curculigo pilosa, Curculigo prainiana, Curculigo racemosa, Curculigo rhizophylla, Curculigo scorzonerifolia, Curculigo seychellensis, Curculigo sinensis, Curculigo tonkinensis, Curculigo trichocarpa, Curculigo savantwadiensis, Curculigo maharashtrensis, Curculigo fabrei, Curculigo maheensis, Empodium elongatum, Empodium flexile, Empodium gloriosum, Empodium monophyllum, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium plicatum, Empodium veratrifolium, Empodium namaquensis, Empodium veratrifolium, Hypoxis abyssinica, Hypoxis acuminata, Hypoxis angustifolia, Hypoxis argentea, Hypoxis arillacea, Hypoxis aurea, Hypoxis bampsiana, Hypoxis baurii, Hypoxis camerooniana, Hypoxis canaliculata, Hypoxis catamarcensis, Hypoxis colchicifolia, Hypoxis costata, Hypoxis cuanzensis, Hypoxis curtissii, Hypoxis decumbens, Hypoxis demissa,

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